2009 Honda Civic vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 120 (154 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 141 kg more than 2010 BMW 120.
Because 2010 BMW 120 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Honda Civic (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 120. 2010 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 2010 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Civic | 120 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 53 L |
